Welcome to the hottest new baseball podcast hosted by Coach Eric Holtz! With his extensive experience managing the Israeli National Team and owning Game On 13, a premier baseball facility, you’re in good hands. Join Coach Holtz as he chats with players from all walks of life, sharing their journeys, triumphs, and challenges. Explore off-field topics like life, mental health, and the psychology behind the game. Subscribe now for insightful discussions and candid conversations that offer a new ...
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A podcast about high level climbing. How to go from good to great.
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From the Mound to the Olympics: Jeremy Bleich's Extraordinary Baseball Journey | 90 feet away with Olympic Coach Eric Holtz
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Jeremy Bleich is an American-Israeli former professional baseball pitcher who currently works as an advance scout and analyst for the Pittsburgh Pirates and pitches for Team Israel. He previously played for the Oakland Athletics of Major League Baseball (MLB). In high school, Bleich was named a 2005 first-team All-American by Collegiate Baseball (L…
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#102 The Tension Crew — Ultimate Board Climbing Deep Dive, History of Boards, Best Board Practices, Training on Boards, The Future of Boards, and Undeniable Vibes
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We love board climbing. And if you do too, or even if you are just board curious, this episode it for you. The history of boards, board training, board ethics, board best practices, the future of boards. BOARDS!! This was a special in person recording in Colorado with part of the Tension Climbing crew (Will Anglin, Michael Rosato, and Quinn Spadafo…
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Unveiling the Secrets of College Baseball Success with Coach Wayne Mazzoni | 90 Feet Away with Olympic Coach Eric Holtz
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Step into the world of college baseball excellence with our special guest, Coach Wayne Mazzoni, in this captivating episode of "90 Feet Away" hosted by Olympic Coach Eric Holtz. With over three decades of coaching experience at renowned institutions like Nova Southeastern University, Fairfield University, and Sacred Heart University, Coach Mazzoni'…
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#101 Dave Burleson — How To Be A Pro Climber, What Pro’s Actually Earn, The Tension Between Passion And Professionalism, and Contract Negotiation 101
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Dave Burleson is one of the top agents for professional climbers. He's part of Reppa Athlete Managment that represents athletes like Sean Bailey, Nathaniel Coleman, Nina Williams, Jesse Grupper… the list goes on, but all of them have been on the podcast so we put them here first! Before being an agent, Dave worked at the iconic brands Petzl and The…
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MLB All-Star to Olympic Glory: Ian Kinsler's Journey | 90 Feet Away Podcast w/Coach Eric Holtz
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Join us on this exhilarating episode of "90 Feet Away" as we delve into the extraordinary journey of Ian Kinsler, a true titan of baseball. From his humble beginnings to soaring heights in Major League Baseball (MLB), Kinsler's story is one of grit, passion, and sheer determination. As a four-time All-Star and two-time Gold Glove winner, Kinsler's …
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#100 T&J — The Simple Path To Being Great, The Real Role Of Strength, Dealing With Tweaky Moves, Moonboard 2024, Amazing Media Drops, and Skin Farming
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Episode #100!!!! Thank you all for the support. What a journey it’s been. This episode was an absolute banger that encapsulates a lot of the Testpiece message. Tim and Josh break down the ‘Simple’ path that the best climbers follow to being great. And then they detail the appropriate role that strength plays in this path. They also go over the late…
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"From Tuckahoe to the Diamondbacks: A Pitcher's Journey to the Big Leagues | 90 Feet Away with Olympic Coach Eric Holtz ft. Austin Pope"
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If you want to watch the video for this please go to YouTube and search 90 Feet Away Podcast and don't forget to Subscribe! Tune in to a gripping episode of "90 Feet Away" as Olympic Coach Eric Holtz sits down with Austin Pope, AAA Pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks, for an exclusive conversation. From his humble beginnings playing high school ba…
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#99 Nina Williams — Off Route While Free Soloing, The Ultimate Confidence, Being a Professional on Instagram, and The Medium Is The Message
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Nina Williams pushes the limits in every discipline of climbing there is… comps, bouldering, highball bouldering, big wall, sport climbing, and even free soloing. In this episode she takes us through a harrowing experience she had while free soloing the Casual Route of the Diamond, a multi pitch 5.10. Nina ended up off route during the climb and th…
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"400 Wins and Counting: A Coaching Legacy on the Diamond | 90 Feet Away with Olympic Coach Eric Holtz ft. Matt Hillis"
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Join us for a special episode of "90 Feet Away" as Olympic Coach Eric Holtz sits down with Matt Hillis, the head coach of Fox Lane Baseball, for an inspiring conversation. With a coaching career filled with triumphs, setbacks, and a deep passion for the game, Matt Hillis shares his journey to reaching a remarkable milestone: his 400th career win. A…
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#98 T&J — Your Heroes Are Human, 2 Traits The BEST Climbers Have, Honnold Says The Quiet Thing Out Loud, and Tim Tells Josh His Biggest Mistake
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Tim Kang was just in SLC for the World Cup and NACS. He got to watch and session with some of the best climbers in the world. Hear from Tim what his major takeaways were that can help you too. SHOW NOTES: Honnold’s Comments About Competitions and $ Petzl Roc Trip James-Caro Wedding Present Text the show! (ps -- it won't let us reply, it you want a …
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#97 Davin Bagdonas — Alpine Fusion, Grizzly Bears, Developing 1000’s of Climbs World Wide, Chasing The Dragon, and The Call To Adventure
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Davin Bagdonas has developed 1000’s of climbs all over the world. Elite climbers, fellow adventurers, and previous podcast guests, like Jimmy Webb, Jamie Emerson, Roman Yalowitz, Eric Jerome call up Davin when they want to go on a wild adventure to try to find the best boulders in the world. Davin takes us on a trip around the world to places fraug…
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"From the Dugout to Diversity: A Baseball Journey with Donovan Mitchell Sr. | 90 Feet Away with Olympic Coach Eric Holtz"
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Step up to the plate for an extraordinary episode of "90 Feet Away" as Olympic Coach Eric Holtz welcomes Donovan Mitchell Sr., a seasoned figure in the world of baseball. While his son Donovan Mitchell may shine on the basketball court, Donovan Sr. has carved his own path in the realm of America's pastime. With a rich background as a minor league m…
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"Overcoming the Yips: A Journey from Division I Baseball to Coaching"
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In this episode of "90 Feet Away," join Olympic Coach Eric Holtz as he sits down with former Division I baseball player Dan Zlotnick for an inspiring conversation. From his standout high school career to the challenges of college baseball and battling the yips, Dan shares his rollercoaster journey through the world of baseball. Discover how Dan nav…
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#96 T&J — Battling Mid-Send Doubts, Incredibly Hard Sends, New Shoe Tech, Update Your System By Shutting Up, Don’t Talk Sh!t, and Josh Talk’s Sh!t
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You’re midway through a redpoint burn and you’re tired. There’s a bunch of moves to go and you tell yourself that you’re so tired right now there’s no way you’ll ever send. But the truth is, you have no idea how far you will get or if the send is actually right there for the taking. You can’t trust your feelings! Tim and Josh tackle the problem of …
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"Serving up Wisdom: 90 Feet Away Podcast with Eric Holtz featuring Jamie Loeb Pro Tennis Player"
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🎾 Game, set, match! Join Eric Holtz on the electrifying "90 Feet Away" podcast as he rallies with professional tennis powerhouse Jamie Loeb. From smashing aces to traversing the globe, Jamie dishes out exclusive insights into life as a pro athlete, sharing her journey from court to college and beyond. Ranked 144th in the world, Jamie's tales of tri…
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"From MLB to Team Israel: Danny Valencia's Baseball Journey | 90 Feet Away Podcast"
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In this gripping episode of the "90 Feet Away Podcast," Olympic Head Coach Eric Holtz sits down with Danny Valencia, a distinguished American-Israeli baseball player whose career spans nine years in Major League Baseball and pivotal roles in international competitions. Valencia, a former player for teams such as the Minnesota Twins, Boston Red Sox,…
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🔥 Throwing Heat with John Doherty: A Major League Journey | 90 Feet Away Podcast Ep. #7
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In this gripping episode of the 90 Feet Away Podcast, we sit down with the legendary pitcher John Doherty, whose fastball and cunning on the mound left a lasting mark in Major League Baseball. 🌟 From the bright lights of Detroit to the historic fields of Boston, Doherty shares the untold stories from his dynamic career with the Tigers and the Red S…
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"Unlocking Peak Performance: Dive Deep into Mental & Physical Health with Dimitrios Magdalinos.
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Step into the world of elite athleticism and holistic wellness with Olympic Head Coach Eric Holtz and fitness guru Dimitrios Magdalinos on the 90 Feet Away Podcast. In this riveting episode, they delve into the crucial yet often overlooked aspects of mental and physical health for athletes under Holtz's tutelage. Magdalinos, renowned for his expert…
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From Tragedy to Triumph: Skylar Mercado's Incredible Journey to Pro Baseball | 90 Feet Away Ep. #5
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Welcome to a power-packed episode of the 90 Feet Away Podcast, where we dive deep into the heart of baseball, life, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. In this unforgettable episode, we're honored to have Olympic Head Baseball Coach Eric Holtz guide the conversation with our extraordinary guest, Skylar Mercado. 🌟 What's Inside: A Story of Resilie…
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Talking Fitness with Pat Damiano IG's Superstar! Only on 90 Feet Away Podcast with Eric Holtz.
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Welcome to Episode #4 of our channel, featuring Olympic head coach Eric Holtz and special guest Pat Damiano from Pd Performance! In this episode, Pat shares his cutting-edge kettlebell techniques designed to help you achieve functional strength in diverse planes of motion while simultaneously enhancing mobility and joint strength. Discover how to o…
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Episode #3: Elite Mental / Physical Training w/ Matt Perper on 90 Feet Away Podcast
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To watch the Video please head over to YouTube to watch it @90 Feet Away Podcast In Episode 3 of the 90 Feet Away Podcast, Olympic Coach Eric Host invites special guest Matt Perper, owner of MP Baseball, to dive into the vital topic of mental health in baseball. With over a decade of coaching experience spanning across college D1, D2, and D3 levels…
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"Inside the Mind of Olympic Baseball Coach Eric Holtz: Bronx to the Diamond"
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On Episode #2: Olympic Coach Eric Holtz on a captivating journey through the world of baseball as he shares his personal experiences growing up in the Bronx, triumphs, and challenges. From his early days on the field to becoming a renowned Olympic head coach of the Israel baseball team, Holtz offers insight into the intricacies of the game and the …
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"90 Feet Away Podcast Ep. 1: Danny Wirchansky - A Pitcher's Journey"
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Welcome back to the 90 Feet Away Podcast with your host Eric Holtz! In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of professional baseball pitcher, Danny Wirchansky. From his high school days to college ball and navigating the ups and downs of the minor leagues, Danny shares his story with raw honesty. Join us as Danny opens up about the chal…
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#95 Palmer Larsen — The Master Coach, Adaptability and Autonomy, Deliberate Practice, Style Then Process, What’s Wrong In Coaching Today, and Olympic 2024 Predictions
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Palmer Larsen is one of the top coaches in the country. This podcast has soooooooooo many helpful tips and frameworks to get you to the next level. DO NOT MISS his description of how to foster an environment for long term success via deliberate practice @ ~1:28! He is the head coach of Momentum Climbing Team, in SLC, one of the top climbing teams i…
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#94 T&J — How To Approach EVERY Climb, New Era Of Climbing Media, Double Clutching Outside, New Patreon Offering, Warm-Up Projects, Un-Campusing and Why Trying Hard Isn’t Enough
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What is the best way to approach a climb? It’s a simple question that may be one of the most important things to ask yourself before you pull on each time, but it’s never talked about. Tim Kang, professional climber and coach, shares the fundamental strategy needed to get your best performance each time. Announcement!! $5 Patron’s now have access t…
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#93 Allison Vest — THE STRONGEST FINGERS IN THE WORLD, Hangboarding Deep Dive, Comps Vs Outdoors, LeBron James’ Tip to Send V14, Not Lying to Yourself, Creating FLOAT and Her Secret Training PDF (only ...
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Allison Vest has THE STRONGEST FINGERS IN THE WORLD (according to the internet), and she is finally releasing her secret training plan to us! It’s only $9.99, and the best part is Testpiece listeners get 20% off for a limited time! Get it here NOW! 🥸 Allison shares about what it’s like to climb with the extremely strong fingers and why that’s impor…
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#92 T&J — Climbing At Your Limit, Make It Right USAC, Rants Continue, Gym Field Trips, and The Simplest Effective Training Routine
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Tim Kang and Josh Horsley explore how often to have limit sessions. What limit sessions really mean. And what non-limit sessions look like. They also cover the latest news, give important PSAs, Pro-Tips, and of course there is a rant. There’s always at least one rant. SHOW NOTES: GoFundme for Adriene Felipe Hoo Beastmaking Book Text the show! (ps -…
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#91 Jimmy Webb — Adventure and Development, How Climbers Go From Good To Great, Southern Style, World’s Greatest Flasher, The New Generation, and The Hardest Moves In The World
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That's right ladies and gentlemen -- Jimmy Webb! Jimmy is one of the best climbers our sport has ever scene, and one of the humblest and kindest climbers as well. Please enjoy this wide ranging but always fantastic chat with Jimmy Webb. Text the show! (ps -- it won't let us reply, it you want a reply, email hi@testpiececlimbing.com) Support the Sho…
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#90 T&J — “Strength Forgets”, The Process SA, Team Trials Trouble, Binding Your Feet, Moonboard Rant, and Get Injured To Get Better Technique?!
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The topics are in the title! A big focus on what Tim is “re-learning” as he comes back from his serious knee injury. SHOW NOTES: Team Trials Instagram Post by Ryan Paul Robinson on Hueco Rock Rodeo Nathaniel Flashing Scarface Text the show! (ps -- it won't let us reply, it you want a reply, email hi@testpiececlimbing.com) Support the Show. Support …
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#89 Martin Keller — 8C+ at 45+, How To Gain Limit Strength, How To Project, Naysayers, Avoiding Injury, and The Big Difference Between Indoors and Outdoors
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Martin Keller is one of the few people to boulder 8C+ / V16... But what's really incredible is he just did it right before he turned 46 years old! Martin is an incredible climber, coach, and teacher. In this episode he shares: How to gain limit strength, rather than just getting tired. The best way to project climbs (he's famous for his decade plus…
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#88 T&J — Busting Plateau’s, How To Reclaim A Peak, Get Your Own Felipe [Hoo], ROTSW Still V17, and Sending The MoonBoard Proj
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Tim’s back at it and with a big smile. Hear how he’s been returning to his peak strength after injury. Tim also talks about how he coaches clients through plateaus. Big shout outs to the crews that make life special for Tim and Josh and what they did to help them be their best. Bosi repeats ROTSW, and just about every other hard thing in the world.…
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#87 Matty Hong — Big Falls & Big Fish [9a 50m DWS], Photography 101, What Makes Sharma Special and Lessons From Biographie [World’s First 9a+]
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Matty Hong takes us to Mallorca where he snagged the second ascent of Big Fish. A 9a deep water solo that culminates in a dyno at ~20m / 60ft! Matty was out there filming for the latest Reel Rock climbing with the legend Chris Sharma. Since he is often the guy behind the camera we asked him to share some tips for any aspiring climbing film makers a…
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#86 T&J — PED’s, Breaking Down A Crux, Climbing Like A 6 Year-Old Girl, Injury Prevention, and BTS On A Moonboard Session
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Drugs, cruxes, moonboarding, injuries, making climbs your b*tch... This one's got it all! Tune in for tons of pro-tips that will help you climb better today, and set yourself up for the long term success that we all are striving for. SHOW NOTES: 2017 V8 / 7B+ on Moonboard 2016 Set Podcast #33 with Andy Tollefson Text the show! (ps -- it won't let u…
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#85 Keenan Takahashi — Higher Harder Better, ANTIGRAV, The Best Lines In The World, Mentorship, Manifesting More, and The Mustache Turns 10
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The man, the myth, the Mustache — Keenan Takahashi! Keenan shares his unique approach to climbing. He seeks out the best lines in the world and then uses that as fuel to transform his body and mind so that he is able to climb them. Keenan also has created one of the coolest new brands in climbing, ANTIGRAV, that embodies his psyche and ethos for cl…
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#84 T&J — Hard Hard, New New, Sessioning With The BEST, USAC Controversy, and Switching To Moonboard 2024
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2024 is off the a bang with incredibly hard bouldering FA’s happening non-stop. Is this because USAC caused one of the strongest crews in the world to stop training for the Olympics and start crushing rock again? Hear more from Tim about what a session is like when multiple V16 climbers get together to try the hardest boulders in the world. Text th…
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#83 Sean Bailey — Devilution FA [~V16], Japan’s Gym Scene, The Future of Hard Sport Climbing, Spearheading USA’s Return to WC’s, Projecting in Bouldering vs Sport, and BTS of Making It As a Pro
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Sean Bailey came on Testpiece and shared his decades of experience from sending and competing at the absolute top of the sport. Sean truly is one of the best climbers in the world right now. Sean recently FA’d the low start to Evilution [“Devilution”] which was a long standing sought after project that clocks in around V16 and is now one of the har…
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#82 T&J — Negative Thoughts -> Words -> Actions, Type 2 Fun, Achieving Your Potential, Grades vs Belts, and ‘Make Climbing Dangerous Again’
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Tim shares a common problem that holds people back that he sees in even some of the top athletes he coaches. They jokingly call it "Vomit Mouth". Learn about what this is and how you can make sure to avoid it in your sessions. SHOW NOTES: Noah Wheeler on Sleepwalker Text the show! (ps -- it won't let us reply, it you want a reply, email hi@testpiec…
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#81 Carlo Traversi — The Dark Side V16 FA, Using Wet Chalk, Pushing Not Pulling, The Grade Debate, and What He Learned From Yosemite Testpiece’s
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Carlo Traversi is back to tell us about his recent FA of The Dark Side V16 (suggested grade) in Yosemite. Josh thinks this FA will go down in the history books as THE testpiece of our generation in Yosemite bouldering. Tune in and see what you think. Carlo explains the incredible tactics he had to employ to get this FA done. It was absolutely mindb…
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#80: T&J — Always Be Hungry, Good Sessions Only, Stop Lying, You Suck, Fueled by Failure, and Tim Joins A Normie Gym
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Happy New Year, my dude. Tim and Josh get meta about how to have the best 2024 possible by asking the question — why can’t all sessions be good ones? SHOW NOTES: Mastery by Robert Greene Atomic Habits by James Clear Text the show! (ps -- it won't let us reply, it you want a reply, email hi@testpiececlimbing.com) Support the Show. Support us on Patr…
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#79: West Coast Pimps — Jeremy Meigs and Joel Ruscher, Sharma’s Mentor, The Origin’s of Try Hard, Early Days in Hueco and Bishop, and Lessons From Decades of High Level Bouldering
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Jeremy Meigs and Joel Ruscher are West Coast bouldering OG’s. They started climbing 3 decades ago and were part of the birth of modern HARD bouldering. Tune in to hear about the early days of bouldering and how it set the tone for what’s going on today. There’s tons of can’t miss stories about young Chris Sharma and what Hueco, Bishop, and Font wer…
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#78: T&J — Baby Rattlesnakes, F*CK! Tim Got Injured, The Demonstration of Strength, Kids Vs Adults, and Boarding As A Minor
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F*CK! Tim busted his knee. Not the best way to spend the holidays... The main topic for this episode is what Kids do better than Adults, and what Adults do better than Kids. Tim and Josh also talk about the latest ascents of two previous Testpiece Guests -- Defying Gravity by Nathaniel Coleman, and Sleepwalker by Zach Galla. This leads into a discu…
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#77: Zach Galla — Raw Power, The Truth Behind WC Comps, The Olympic Grind, Leaving a Legacy, and The Role of Boards
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Zach Galla has been ticking off some of the hardest boulders in America while simultaneously competing at the highest level. He’s always vying for the podium in any US competition and has spent time on the World Cup circuit as well. Zach goes deep on this podcast about what it’s really like to compete at these high level comps. What the setting is …
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#76: T&J — How Technical is Board Climbing? Committing vs Learning, Being the Conductor, Lead Domino, and One Arm Pull-Ups
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Why do we call board climbing “not technical”? What does this really mean? Board climbing wasn’t the planned topic of the day, but once Tim and Josh get talking about boards they have a hard time stopping! Then Tim and Josh talk about being the Conductor of your climbing, and how/when to employ two major mindsets during your sessions. SHOW NOTES: S…
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#75: Jesse Grupper — Neck Tats, Paris 2024, Big Goals Little Steps, Mega-Volume, Sport Climbing Tips, Cyborgs and Optimism as a Tool
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Jesse Grupper recently punched his ticket to Paris 2024 as part of the men’s USA Olympic team! This is on top of his already incredible last few years with multiple gold medal wins at the WC, an incredible flash of Livin’ Astro (14c), AND his flash of Pure Imagination (14c) just the day before recording! Jesse is on a tear at comps, outdoors, on le…
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#74: T&J — Board Wars, Board Lords, Boards Adored, Spray vs Standardized, Wood vs Plastic, Bad Apps, Flo Flows Floatin, and If There Could Only Be ONE
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Which board is best?! Tim and Josh disagree... but not for the reason you might expect. Spray Wall or Standardized Wall? Wood holds or plastic? What angle? Tim and Josh love board climbing and we know you do too. They dive into the nuances of what makes a board great, and maybe more importantly, who that board is great for. SHOW NOTES: Spraywall vs…
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#73: Ethan Salvo — Don’t Try Hard, What Makes Squamish Special, V15 in Squamish vs CO, What’s Next In Squamish Bouldering, and Being On Team ANTIGRAV
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“Motherf*cking Squamish beta, don’t try hard!” — Nalle Hukkataival Squamish is having a renaissance and Ethan Salvo is part of the team of young guns making it happen. Him and his crew are repeating the hardest boulders Squamish has, and adding their new ones to the list. And that’s special, because these boulders just don’t get done very often. No…
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#72: T&J — Smoking Sharma's Joint, Outdoor Season Prep, Pro Problems, Small Holds Small Feet, Skin Smarts, Rituals and Music To Get You Psyched
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How much would you pay to smoke a joint with Chris Sharma? What about have Daniel Woods be your sommelier for the night? Tim and Josh start off by talking about Sean Bailey’s viral post about his struggles making it as a Pro Climber. For the ‘Topic of the Day’, Tim and Josh share tips and tricks on how to shift into Outdoor climbing mode after a lo…
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#71: Roman Yalowitz — Crowbars and Glue, Breaking The BEST [& Josh’s Heart], Tahoe’s Golden Era, Development Ethics and BTS, and Learning From a World Class Crew
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Roman Yalowitz is here and he’s going to break your projects and crush your dreams, just like he did to Josh 😭. Actually… Roman has been doing the complete opposite in Tahoe for the last 10 years! He is a prolific developer that is leading the new “Golden Era” going on in Tahoe right now. Roman, Jimmy Webb, and a handful of other world class climbe…
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#70: T&J — The Best Tasting Boulders, Bad/Good/Great Routesetting, “Cheating”, V16 Downgrades, You Are What You Climb, What To Do When Your Gym Setting Sucks and Past Guest Reflections [Andy Lamb]
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The routesetting at your gym is the one of the main ingredients of getting you better at climbing. Does your gym have bad, good, or great routesetting? Do you even know the difference? What do you do if your gym’s setting sucks?! Tim and Josh also address some of the latest V16 downgrades as well as some controversy over a comment Josh made about “…
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#69: Andy Lamb — Banned by 8a.nu, Strong Siblings, ‘Accidentally’ Climbing V16s, Boards vs Outdoors, The Best Project on the West Coast, and Why Being a Pro Won’t Help
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Andy Lamb has climbed multiple V16’s, flashed multiple V13’s, and placed as high as 3rd in Bouldering Nationals. But you’ve probably never heard of him because he’s not a professional climber, his Instagram is rarely updated, and his 8a scorecard is pseudonymous. And yes, Andy and Katie Lamb are brother and sister! Hear Andy’s unique path in climbi…
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